Monthly Archives: February 2026

The Celestial Law

Thesis: There is but one celestial law. It is Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. Many scriptures suggest the singular aspect of celestial law (e.g., D&C 130:21–22, D&C 132). Apparently this singular aspect is not well understood. The purpose of … Continue reading

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Human Knowledge and Socialism, 1980

As we consider our modern dilemma, it seems important to try to get to the root of the problems in our economic, political, educational, and social life as a culture. We see that the problems are enormous. It seems to … Continue reading

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Can Religion Be Objective?, 1966

Dr. Chauncey C. RiddleFebruary 25, 1966 We are addressing ourselves to the problem, “Can Religion be Objective?” The problem was raised, of course, by the fact that a great many people in our age think it cannot and so we’ll … Continue reading

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Consecration

The following is an attempt to set forth in an organized fashion and in brief compass the principles by which the Law of Consecration is to be applied to individuals and families according to the Doctrine and Covenants:

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A Conservative Agenda for Education

A Conservative View of the World Fundamental to the conservative ideal is a belief in pluralism, which is the honorable coexistence of ideas and systems which are diverse one from another. That is why the article a is used in … Continue reading

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Fasting

S. Grandfather, would you have some time to talk with me before Fast Meeting? G. Sara, there is nothing I’d rather do than talk with you. What shall we discuss? S. Tell me about fasting, Grandfather. I know some of … Continue reading

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Persecution: A Letter to a Latter-day Saint, 1975

6 March 1975 Dear Church Member: Thanks for your letter; it was good to hear that things are going well with you. You said you wonder about persecution. May I give you my thinking on that topic? First, some background. … Continue reading

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The Message of the Synoptic Gospels, 1960

THE NEW TESTAMENT CONFERENCE February 27, 1960Dr. Chauncey C. Riddle As one assesses the achievements of mankind he cannot help but marvel at three elements of our century which are historically unique. The first is the practical power of scientific … Continue reading

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Come unto Christ

How to live the Restored Gospel without falling on your face. The reason we need to come to Christ is because we keep falling on our face. Until he rescues us from ourselves, we will continue to fall on our … Continue reading

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To Be a Real Man in the Best Sense Is to Be a Man of God

Fathers: Your task as a father and head of your family is to lead all of your family back to Christ. To come to Christ is to learn to love Him with all of our heart, might, mind and strength. … Continue reading

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